HR professionals hear all sorts of myths, rumors and legal misinterpretations. Here is a list of the biggest misconceptions. Myth: I don’t have to worry about saving; if I get laid off my employer will pay me severance. Fact: There is NO requirement for severance pay in the FLSA (Fair Labor Standards Act). You employer [...]
More Please: HR Facts & Myths →Employees have always had misunderstandings about labor laws, company policies and other HR issues. Here is a collection of strange and amusing HR misconceptions and legal problems. Social media has given employees brand new ways to get in trouble at work. Remember: everyone can access the Internet, including your boss and employees. It’s not a [...]
More Please: Fish Hooks, Naked Friday & other weird tales of HR →New employee orientation is the key to creating loyalty in new hires. Your new hire training should prepare them to be the best they can at their new jobs. Training isn’t a one-shot deal; it should be ongoing. Why do you need a job training manual? Here are three good reasons: 1) As a small [...]
More Please: Why bother with an employee training manual? →Blogging for business can be an important aspect of your marketing campaign. Before you begin consider the following tips: 1) Think about why you want to blog. Are you trying to generate business or establish yourself as an expert? Your business blog is going to be different than a blog you create to share your [...]
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